Passion Eau de Parfum bottle Passion
Edp Concentration Edp
U Gender U
1988 Year 2016
£ Price Tier ££
Civet Eau de Parfum bottle Civet

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Passion Eau de Parfum
Passion is properly divisive: a beastly, gothic powder-bomb, beloved by those who want to smell dark and mysterious, but completely overwhelming for others. Definitely a 'try before you buy' to see if you're a vamp or a victim.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Civet Eau de Parfum
Divisive yet utterly captivating, Zoologist's Civet is a bold amber animalic that sparks love-it-or-hate-it reactions. It's a throwback to classic perfumery, rich and unapologetic.
Acquired

Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 4% 3%
Floral 25% 19%
Fruity 3% 2%
Green 8% 5%
Sweet 20% 18%
Warm 14% 22%
Woody 11% 11%
Earthy 13% 15%
Animalic 16% 18%
Fresh 12% 5%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Passion EdP
Civet EdP

Notes

Accords

Passion Eau de Parfum Civet Eau de Parfum
100%
Woody
69%
72%
Amber
100%
96%
Powdery
62%
88%
Animalic
74%
83%
Warm Spicy
78%
81%
Musky
78%
Floral
70%
69%
Smoky
63%
Aldehydic
63%
Earthy
Balsamic
63%
Citrus
58%
Woody shared
100%
69%
Amber shared
72%
100%
Powdery shared
96%
62%
Animalic shared
88%
74%
Warm Spicy shared
83%
78%
Musky shared
81%
78%
70%
69%
63%
63%
63%
58%

Performance

Passion Eau de Parfum Civet Eau de Parfum
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Passion Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

Its nuclear projection and lasting power make it too potent for office wear, but perfect for dates and formal events where you want to make a statement. Reviewers often mention wearing it for 'naughty nights' or 'gothic' occasions rather than casual daytime activities.

Civet Eau de Parfum

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Formal

With significant longevity and projection, Civet isn't suited for office wear, but its opulent character makes it perfect for formal events and romantic dates. Reviewers often mention its old-world charm fitting elegant, special occasions.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
86%
Olfactory
96%
Notes
86%
Accord
68%
Key Similarities

Both share Amber, Musky, Warm Spicy accords and Civet, Oakmoss notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Passion Eau de Parfum
Civet Eau de Parfum
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